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Planet Earth

Prince · 2007

45 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B · funk · jazz

Eclectic grooves blend funk, R&B, and rock with Prince's signature flair for innovation and lyrical depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • eclectic grooves for adventurous listeners
  • late-night exploration of emotions
  • thoughtful reflections on love
  • playful rhythms with dance potential

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward structures

Where this album fits

Themes
spiritual resilience· celebratory funk
Career context
Released in 2007, 'Planet Earth' was Prince's first studio album since signing to a new label after his long tenure with Warner Bros. At this point, he was experiencing a resurgence in popularity due to renewed interest in his music and the success of his previous album, '3121'. The album showcases his ability to merge various genres while reflecting contemporary themes.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Speakerboxxx/The Love Below by OutKast — Merges funk, R&B, and hip-hop with innovative production and celebratory themes.
New Amerykah Part One by Erykah Badu — Combines contemporary R&B with social commentary and a unique sonic palette reflecting resilience.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Planet Earth 5:51
  • 2 Guitar 3:45
  • 3 Somewhere Here on Earth 5:45
  • 4 The One U Wanna C 4:29
  • 5 Future Baby Mama 4:47
  • 6 Mr. Goodnight 4:26
  • 7 All the Midnights in the World 2:21
  • 8 Chelsea Rodgers 5:41
  • 9 Lion of Judah 4:10
  • 10 Resolution 3:40

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